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GIST builds entrepreneurial ecosystems in 54 countries across the Middle East, Turkey, Asia and Africa by identifying, coaching, and funding the most promising science and technology entrepreneurs through its flagship competitions, start-up acceleration services, online social media platform and interactive mentorship programs. GIST forges partnerships, locally and globally, among technology entrepreneurs, angel investors, mentors, and experts, to foster human progress and prosperity. The GIST Initiative is a partnership led by the U.S. Department of State and CRDF Global.